Seven years before their New Hampshire backyard summer wedding, Missy and Colin met when they were both invited to a small gathering by their friend and their love blossomed from there… Colin fell in love with Missy’s determination, reticence, caring personality and beauty… And Missy couldn’t help but fall in love with Colin’s funny, trusting and tender ways. Their love grew deeper despite Colin serving two – nine month Navy deployments for our country. Between deployments Missy moved to Washington state where they loved to travel together. One of their favorite spots was Twin Lakes which was the perfect place for them to find secluded places to relax and swing from rope swings.

Their New Hampshire Backyard Summer Wedding

In July of 2017, Missy put on a white dress and Colin, a navy blue suit as they prepared to marry in front of their closest friends and family at their New Hampshire backyard summer wedding. When they said “I Do”, cheers floated to the peak of the tent and their love seeped into the hearts of their guests. Their married lives began with a kiss but their love was destined far before that moment.

Missy and Colin, thank you for being two of the most amazing people. Ever. You are what’s right and good in the world… And we’re honored to have been a part of your perfect wedding day. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for you both! Much Love and Appreciation…

Rick + Deb

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Once Colin and Missy hit the dance floor, the party officially began… Nothing better than a wedding day swim in the pool! guests dancing at New Hampshire backyard summer wedding reception bride dancing at her New Hampshire backyard summer wedding reception bride dancing with guests at her New Hampshire backyard summer wedding reception bride dancing with guests at her New Hampshire backyard summer wedding guests dancing at New Hampshire backyard summer wedding reception bride dancing with her grandfather at New Hampshire backyard summer wedding groom dancing with his grandmother at New Hampshire backyard summer wedding bride dancing with her grandfather at New Hampshire backyard summer wedding groom getting garter off brides leg at New Hampshire backyard summer wedding receptionNow this is a groom who’s happy to be married… groom getting garter off brides leg at New Hampshire backyard summer wedding bride throwing the bouquet at New Hampshire backyard summer wedding reception behind the scenes of dj with guests dancing at New Hampshire backyard summer wedding receptionParty Time DJ’s did an outstanding job…overall view of guest dancing at New Hampshire backyard summer wedding receptionnight photo of tent at New Hampshire backyard summer wedding receptionHappily Ever After…

Many thanks to the amazing team who made this wedding so perfect…

Ceremony: Private Residence, Stratham, NH

Reception: Private Residence, Stratham, NH

Florist: Dot’s Flower Shop

Hair + Makeup: Marissa

Music: Party Time DJ

Dress: Madeleine’s Daughter Bridal

Catering: Paul’s Catering

Décor: Exeter Events and Tents

 Photography: Rick Bouthiette Photography

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